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Virginia Tech's Lane Stadium. Photo by Jack Morgan for Virginia Tech
Jun 5, 2026

Virginia Tech receives record $75M anonymous donation

Virginia Tech announced Thursday that it received a $75 million anonymous donation, the Blacksburg university's largest commitment ever.

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Jun 4, 2026

GDIT might lay off 236 in NoVa

GDIT might lay off 236 employees across two Northern Virginia locations, depending on the fate of two contracts.

Board of Visitors member Jim Miller was elected to a one-year term as the board's rector at the June 2 meeting. Photo by Clark DeHart. Courtesy Virginia Tech
Jun 2, 2026

Virginia Tech board names new rector following upheaval

Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors elected a new rector Tuesday and advanced the search for the university's next president.

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare CEO suddenly departs role
Jun 2, 2026

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare CEO suddenly departs role

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare President and CEO Reese Jackson is no longer serving in the role after a decade leading the organization.

Caesars Virginia in Danville opened its permanent casino’s doors in 2024 with a bang. Photo courtesy Caesars Virginia
Jun 1, 2026

Caesars Virginia unchanged by Fertitta deal, Danville official says

Danville's city manager says there will be "no noticeable change in operations" at Caesars Virginia if its parent company is acquired.

John G. Rocovich Jr. talks with cadets during the Distinguished Alumni of the Corps award ceremony in 2025. Photo courtesy Virginia Tech
May 30, 2026

Fired Va. Tech rector says he won’t attend June 2 board meeting

John Rocovich declined to resign from Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Thursday, but said Saturday he won't attend Tuesday board meeting.

Flying Squirrels owner sues Thalhimer exec for defamation
May 29, 2026

Flying Squirrels owner sues Thalhimer exec for defamation

Richmond Flying Squirrels owner Lou DiBella is suing Thalhimer Realty Partners Principal Jason Guillot and the firm for defamation.

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May 28, 2026

Virginia Lottery head departs

Khalid Jones has ended his term as the Virginia Lottery's executive director, he announced in a video posted on LinkedIn last week. 

Inside an 80 Acres Farms vertical farm. Photo courtesy 80 Acres Farms
May 27, 2026

Following merger, former Soli Organic location in Harrisonburg to close

80 Acres Farms, a vertical farming company, plans to close its Harrisonburg facility, eliminating 80 jobs following merger with Soli Organic.

L to R: Tim Mayleben and Dr. Eric Edwards. Courtesy of Phlow
May 26, 2026

Phlow taps board chair as new CEO

Phlow names Tim Mayleben CEO as the pharmaceutical manufacturer enters a new growth phase and expands operations.

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May 22, 2026

Carilion, Select Medical to build $112M Roanoke rehab hospital

Carilion Clinic and Select Medical plan a $112.2 million, 50-bed Roanoke rehabilitation hospital expected to open in 2028.

Anheuser-Busch signature products Budweiser, Michelob Ultra and Bud Light. Photo courtesy Anheuser-Busch
May 21, 2026

Anheuser-Busch to invest $5.8M to expand Williamsburg brewery

St. Louis-based beer producer Anheuser-Busch announced Thursday that it is investing $5.8 million to upgrade its Williamsburg Brewery.

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